“We’re thrilled to add Barry to our sales team,” said Mike Canon, director of rescue sales for HURST Jaws of Life, Inc. “His passion for and experience in public service is not only impressive, but also vital to a sales role. We’re excited to see what he’s able to accomplish in his region.”

Hopper comes to HURST from GPSTC, the Georgia Public Safety Training Center, where he served as an instructor, teaching courses or demonstrations in extrication, technical rescue, management and health and safety. Before this role, he retired as battalion chief after serving more than 20 years as a firefighter.

During his service, Hopper is most proud of the 21 days he spent helping with search and rescue at the Louisiana/Mississippi border in the wake of Hurricane Katrina.